Manager Cyber Assessment, Federal IT Compliance Issues Manager

KPMG US; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Manager Cyber Assessment to lead IT compliance initiatives. This remote role requires expertise in IT security and compliance frameworks such as NIST and CMMC. You will collaborate with stakeholders to address compliance gaps, manage corrective action plans, and ensure documentation is up to date. With a focus on independent work and strong communication skills, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for cybersecurity and a proven track record in IT compliance, we encourage you to apply and join a team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT Security or Compliance/Audit.
• Familiarity with NIST standards and IT auditing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to remediate IT Compliance findings.
• Review evidence for CMMC assessments and ensure compliance.

Skills

IT Security

IT Compliance/Audit

NIST 800-53

NIST 800-171

FedRAMP

CMMC

Troubleshooting Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CISM Certification

CRISC Certification

CISSP Certification

Job description

Manager Cyber Assessment, Federal IT Compliance Issues Manager

Join us at KPMG US as a Manager Cyber Assessment, Federal IT Compliance Issues Manager. This role offers a remote work opportunity within our Enterprise Security Services organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with KPMG stakeholders to remediate IT Compliance Findings by updating or creating System Security Plans (SSPs), procedures, and other Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) documentation.
2. Review collected evidence for formal CMMC Assessments to ensure compliance with control objectives and address IT Compliance Gaps.
3. Drive corrective action plans, conduct stakeholder discussions, and manage relations to ensure remediation.
4. Report on the progress of corrective actions, resolving issues and providing management with status updates.
5. Examine evidence to close corrective action plans, ensuring they meet control objectives and address gaps.

Qualifications:

• At least five years of recent experience in IT Security or IT Compliance/Audit, with familiarity in NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, FedRAMP, or CMMC, and experience as an IT Auditor.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; certifications such as CISM, CRISC, CISSP, RP, CCP, or CCA are preferred.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-66, CMMC, ISO, HITRUST, PCI, or related controls.
• Ability to work independently within a short timeframe (one month).
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and multi-project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact across all levels.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Additional details about salary ranges, benefits, and legal compliance are provided in the full job posting. We encourage qualified candidates to apply promptly as KPMG recruits on a rolling basis.